 This creative ten-part set, adapted from the popular series developed for students to enhance their test-taking skills, is designed to reduce the gravity of physics by combining serious academic content with a humorous presentation style. Each program skillfully employs elements such as catchy mnemonics, high-tech computer graphics, and entertaining vignettes to boost retention and confidence while driving home core concepts through concise explanations and engaging examples.
Modules include: • Numbers, Units, Scalars, and Vectors • One-Dimensional Kinematics • Projectile Motion • Circular and Rotational Motion • Linear Momentum and Newton’s Laws of Motion • Friction, Work, and Energy • Gravitation • Harmonic Motion and Waves • Heat • Thermodynamics Joining the Standard Deviants Academic Team in the creation of this set are Edward Finn, Ph.D., of Georgetown University, and Barry Berman, Ph.D., of George Washington University. Correlates to all applicable state and national standards. A viewable/printable instructor’s guide is available online. (4 hours)
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